KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Ukrainian fruits would soon be available off the shelf in Malaysian supermarkets as the eastern European country's fresh produce will enter the market in the third quarter of this year.
Ukraine Ambassador to Malaysia and the Philippines Olexander Nechytaylo said the first supply of apples and berries (blueberries and raspberries) would be exported as a follow up to a business forum held here in January.
The delegation of 30 Ukrainian businesspersons aim to export products worth US$12 million to Malaysia this year, he said.
Ukraine currently also exports sunflower oil, wheat and corn, vegetables, dairy products and honey to Malaysia. According to Ukraine's State Statistics Service, the total volume of goods export amounted to US$130.7 million last year.
The ambassador said Ukraine will continue to increase its presence in Malaysia, especially considering Kuala Lumpur's strength as a great base for the Southeast Asia region.....
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